An approachable, accessible global guide to financial management for those new to the job market or about to finish their studies, from the founder of the UK’s biggest financial wellbeing platform for young people.There are many financial wellbeing books, but they all tend to cover the same topics, such as savings, debt and pensions. And while these books may explain what you need to do to develop financial confidence and independence, few genuinely tackle the “how” in an approachable way relevant to today’s young workers – until now.Financial Adulting speaks specifically to young workers, particularly first-time full-time employees, who need to learn vital money-management skills. They have their own desired financial milestones, such as buying property, paying off loans or taking a gap year, but they need to know how to achieve them in the most efficient and sustainable way. This practical playbook offers clear and concise step-by-step guidance to these goals, as well as covering topics such as Buy Now, Pay Later apps, and what to expect financially from further education, while allowing readers to determine their unique paths to financial freedom.
A heart-warming and honest memoir written by Gemma and Leo, a mother and son, recounting the story of Leo’s gender transitionThe lives of transgender people have evolved into a talking point in wider society. Many people now have an opinion on trans issues; however, most have not informed that opinion by speaking to a trans person first-hand. Between is a memoir told from the perspective of a mother and her transgender son, with the aim of destigmatizing and humanizing transgender people and the issues they face. Gemma is the first to admit she knew nothing, and felt vulnerable and uneducated, while Leo explains that he always felt different and how hard it was for him to face his family, his friends and the world. Their story provides an honest insight into what it’s really like to come out, tell people, get help, grow up and live as a trans person, as well as what it feels like to parent a trans person. It beautifully illustrates the issues, pain, struggle and joy for trans people and their parents, and is a must-read for those in the same shoes, and those who want to be better friends and allies to the LGBTQ+ community.
Tapping into the lived experience of 25 successful individuals, author Mark Simmonds explores the tried-and-tested psychological principles that underpin the strategies they use to combat stress, and offers practical advice that will help readers achieve their goals without breaking down or burning out. Did you know… Novak Djokovic’s secret to winning crucial points in grand slam tennis tournaments is practising mindfulness. Oprah Winfrey’s top tip for staying positive and grounded in the present is gratitude journaling. Winston Churchill was a passionate advocate of the afternoon nap, even as bombs were falling all around him.Jennifer Aniston believes in the importance of a healthy morning routine to keep her day on the mental straight and narrow. How the Successful Deal with the Stressful is a collection of strategies deployed by famous people from the fields of business, politics, music, entertainment, sport and adventure. These strategies are either stress-relieving or preventatively mind-strengthening, and have helped these individuals achieve their goals without sacrificing their wellbeing. In this engaging read, management trainer Mark Simmonds poses the question, “If it works for them, why can’t it work for me?” and takes readers on a journey through his own explorations into stress-relief strategies. Some, Mark has used for years as part of his daily routine; others provide an insight into the trial-and-error nature of discovering new wellbeing practices. The book gives you access to a whole range of tried-and-tested stress-relieving routines, as well as just enough information and inspiration to help you decide which ones might just work for you!
A practical book for parents and carers to help them navigate parenting a child experiencing worry and anxiety.
This book uses the innovative approach created by charity Suicide Crisis to bring understanding of what suicidal people go through - and shows how best to help in a succinct, accessible way.
From the heart and soul of lifelong mental health sufferer, Adam Shaw, and the expert mind of the renowned psychologist, Lauren Callaghan, this book for young people suffering from anxiety and OCD (ages 6yrs to 17yrs) and their parents and caregivers, is divided into two helpful parts. Part I explores how Adam struggled with OCD, anxiety, and panic attacks as a child, and explains what needed to be done to ensure his path to recovery and beyond. Part II is the treatment and recovery approach for children and young people. Adam's first-hand experience and Lauren's compassionate approach make this a genuinely family-friendly guide. It is an innovative, user-friendly, self-help approach which supports and guides children and teenagers who suffer from anxiety and OCD to recovery and beyond. It also includes practical advice and guidance for parents and caregivers. This complete guide gives you and your family a user-friendly blueprint for mental health support and recovery.
This interactive guide provides contextual background as well as a comprehensive 'how to' section of tangible actions individuals can take to create change in their workplace.
Whether dealing with feelings of failure, imposter syndrome, an onslaught of criticism at home or work, or even suffering through grief, there are times in everyone's life when they are racked with self-doubt. This book is a toolkit for working through and learning from those feelings, equipping you with the practical know-how to pick yourself up and regain a sense of confidence and self-worth, whatever life throws at you.In every life there are times of struggle, and when the clouds start to gather and the deluge begins, it can feel impossible to hold your head high and be resilient in the face of the onslaught. Building a strong foundation of self-worth is essential to avoid spiralling downward into despair in these times of adversity and, in this book, Gael Lindenfield gives readers the tools they need to weather the storm, bounce back and let the sunshine in.Through easily implementable advice and practical exercises, Gael shows readers how to switch their focus from the negative to the positive, tackle problems head on and regain their sense of self-worth and confidence in the process.
'All paths lead nowhere, so it is important to choose a path that has heart.' – Carlos CastanedaThis beautifully packaged book offers the reader a rare opportunity to slow down and receive the natural restorative power of nature through a selection of beautiful, evocative quotes transporting the reader to a space of contemplative reflection inspired by the mindful art of walking.'Once trodden by human feet, a natural path becomes a work of man, each traveller marking the way for the next, sometimes departing from the most direct or obvious route to avoid a muddy patch, or to keep out of sight of possible enemies. Feet follow footsteps and so a road is trodden in history.' – The Oldest Road, An Exploration of the Ridgeway, JRL Anderson and Fay Godwin
Whether you're single by choice or not, becoming a single mother is mentally exhausting. And in a world where negative stereotypes are still rife, it can be difficult to ask for help. This is where Surviving Solo Motherhood steps in, offering emotional support to single mothers of any aged child.Journalist Amy Rose and clinical psychologist Dr Emma Cotterill draw upon the lived experiences of the single parent community and look closely at the effect single-parent life can have on your mental health.Each chapter focuses on a different emotional state, and includes personal, lived experience an array of single mothers from various backgrounds, as well as psychological support and tools. Topics covered within the book include:Anxiety - a look at various triggers single mothers experience and discussion of the different types of anxiety, de-mystifying what it is (a physical response to threat real or perceived) and what it isn't (a sign that you are failing as a parent).Shame - unpicking the broader theme of stereotyping single mothers, while sharing personal experiences of shame from women of various backgrounds. Cover the difference between shame and remorse and how our body processes shame.Grief - understanding how to recognise and process your grief, unlearning everything you knew about your and your child's future and reconstructing what your idea of family looks like. Joy - how to find Joy once more, in the small moments and creating a life you're proud of. Strategies to find joy in hard timesBy working through the book you will become more resilient and feel stronger, allowing you to be more present for your child.This is the book to reach for when you need somewhere to turn.
The inspiring account of how Hope Virgo fought against anorexia to build a healthy life and use her story to create real change for others suffering from the same devastating condition.
A no-nonsense self-empowerment handbook from Scarlett V Clark: activist, motivational speaker and founder, CEO of Smart Girl Tribe.
A mother's love for her child is instant and overwhelming ... or so we're told. But what happens when that bond isn't instant? What happens when the first few days, weeks, and months of motherhood are impossibly difficult? What happens if it feels like you just don't love your baby? Worldwide, around 10% of new mothers experience postpartum depression every year. And the experience is crippling.But in this book, psychologist Kathryn Whitehead, and postpartum survivor, Sonya Watson, give us new hope. Sonya is brutally honest about how badly postpartum affected her, and reveals what really helped her get through it, while Kathryn's user-friendly, self-help approach will give you new tools to tackle your postpartum depression.
Do you have a friend, partner, child or loved one who's suffering from anxiety? Do they need your help but you're not quite sure what to do? Are you wondering how you can best support them?At some point in our lives, many of us will witness someone we're close to experiencing anxiety, stress or anxiety-based depression. It can be challenging to see those you care about facing the challenges these conditions can cause, but there are ways that you can help.In this accessible, no-nonsense guide, clinical psychologist Lauren Callaghan provides tools, tips and strategies that you can use to help the person you love along the path to recovery. Whether your loved one has already been diagnosed, or whether you think that a loved one might be suffering but has not yet been diagnosed, there is something in here for you.
A practical support guide on how people recovering from an eating disorder can approach daily life, by Hope Virgo, campaigner and survivor. Psychiatrist Dr Chi-Chi Obuaya also provides valuable advice.
We live in a hyper-sexualized society. Porn, nudes, dates and hook-ups are easy to come by for anyone with an internet connection. Like fast food, sex has become quick and convenient to obtain, perfect looking, but void of any true nourishment. Is it any wonder we are having sex and intimacy problems?With biased and unrealistic portrayals of sex everywhere we turn, it is hard to form healthy expectations of sex. And when our 'sexpectations' are not met, our mental health, sexual wellbeing, self-esteem and relationships suffer.Clinical psychologist and sex therapist, Gemma Cribb and award-winning sex journalist, James Findlay help you explore your 'Great Sexpectations' and guide you through simple exercises to help you correct unhelpful beliefs and discover your authentic sexual self so that you can enjoy truly fulfilling relationships and sexual experiences.
'More than anything, I must have flowers always, always.' - Claude MonetThis beautifully packaged book offers the reader a rare opportunity to slow down and enjoy the natural restorative power of gardening through a selection of beautiful evocative quotes, poems and passages... immersing the reader in a space of contemplative reflection, inspired by the art of floriculture.'To forget how to dig the earth and to tend to the soil is to forget ourselves.' - Mahatma Gandhi
This is an accessible guide written by a specialist psychotherapist. It covers a spectrum of causes of loss and grief, including bereavement, illness and fertility issues, and uses established therapies including CBT, mindfulness and EMDR to provide clinically sound advice and exercises.
Rituals help us connect to ourselves and the world around us: they improve our wellbeing and our sense of belonging. In this practical guide, Tania Ahsan focuses on rituals we can all use that are rooted in our five main senses: by performing these daily, we can relieve stress and live a calmer, more balanced, life.
When Vanessa Potter woke up one day to find herself blind and paralysed, she was stunned to discover that it was meditating, not drugs, that saved her mind. Convinced she had more to learn, she embarked on her own consciousness road-trip, exploring the major schools of meditation, along with hypnotherapy and psychedelics.In order to objectively record her journey, Cambridge neuroscientists measured her brain activity, with their observations and results featured within the book.Offering a detailed snapshot of each practice, Vanessa provides an unusually voyeuristic glimpse into how powerful meditating can be. After 300 hours of sitting still, the scientists and Vanessa reveal whether meditation lived up to the hype and provided the key to contentment.Funny and wry, this is a unique take on citizen science, delving beneath the surface of meditation to reveal the fascinating world of the mind and the possibilities within. Books on meditation normally teach us how to meditate ¿ not about what happens when we try.
Have you ever felt a deep connection to an animal that goes beyond words?If so, you may have been communicating with your power animal. A power animal is a teacher or messenger that comes in the form of an animal and has a personal relationship to an individual. They are there to provide 'medicine' to the recipient by offering guidance, lessons, protection, power and wisdom. Shamans worldwide have relied on the guidance, wisdom, and symbolism of power animals since ancient times.For thousands of years, a deep relationship between humans and the Animal Kingdom has existed. You can rekindle this valuable relationship with this easy-to-use book. Learn how to connect with your power animal.Discover how you can work with them ¿ and your chakras ¿ to enhance your wellbeing.Access the guidance of 21 power animals to support you in your day-to-day life. Utilize these tools to reawaken your natural heritage and inner-knowing.
Drawing on her own story, her teaching practice and experiences of her clients, Hannah shows you how to harness the power of meditation. Covering everything from comparison and office politics to body image and relationships, Breathe Like a Badass is your no-BS guide to creating a life-changing, burnout-busting emotional toolbox of your own.
'It's time to re-acquaint yourself with all the many, wonderful, unique, and precious things about you.'From the heart and soul of Chloe Catchpole, who battled body dysmorphia for years, and the expert insight of her psychologists, Lauren Callaghan and Annemarie O'Connor, comes the definitive recovery guide for anyone suffering from body image concerns. This unique self-help book contains advice and recovery tools from the separate perspectives of two leading psychologists and their patient to help you learn about body image issues and teach you effective strategies to challenge and overcome them.
Research has shown that being near water or blue space helps us to be present, less stressed and more connected. Dr Catherine Kelly explores why, and how you can use it to enhance wellbeing.
Everything -- and nothing -- changed once Emma Mahony was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 52. In Better Late Than Never she seeks to reduce the stigma around diagnosis as an adult, and provides support for anyone who finds themselves in the same situation or thinks they may suffer from ADHD.
A Year of You: A Seasonal Guide to Boosting Your Brilliance is a collection of images, listicles, quotes, poems and artwork, each one centred around building and maintaining good mental wellbeing throughout the year.
What better way to start or end the day than by immersing yourself in a poem, thought, or reflection from the Eastern and Western mystics and sages.Passages featured have been carefully selected to feed your soul, awaken your spirit, and tap into your innate wisdom using inspiration from across the ages, as relevant today as it was when it was first written. Broken into 8 sections, it takes you through the cycles of the year: Beginnings, Purification, Renewal, Fertility, Abundance, Balance, Gratitude, and Endings. Each section opens with creative prompts and questions that invite you to delve deeper into your own self-inquiry process. Choose a section that feels relevant, work through from 1-365, or just dip in whenever you want. This collection of inspirational insights will support you in building a daily spiritual practice to nourish and nurture your soul each and every day.
This book will show you not only how to transform panic into your greatest power and help others to do the same, but also how to turn awkward into your greatest asset yet.
Motivational comedian and award-winning blogger Jess Jones – aka Instagram's The Fat Funny One – will help you silence the voices in your head that tell you that you are not good enough and teach you to 'own' exactly who you are, as you are.
Packed with actionable strategies, practical exercises and top tips, Navigating Stress a unique compass, guiding you through uncertain times.
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